Harsh Nevatia
I live in Mumbai on the west coast of India. I am an engineer by education, have worked as an executive for most of my career but am passionate about literature, especially Indian Literature.
I have found that a great deal of Indian culture springs from its mythology and religion and in order to understand Indian literature I had to learn its mythology and understand its religion. It has been a fascinating journey which I now share with others.
I have edited the section on Indian mythology at http://www.dmoz.org/ which is a directory on the net. I have written articles on Indian mythology at this site. My course on Hindu Mythology is available on Suite101. I am currently writing articles on Hinduism
I believe that religion is much more than theology alone and if understood in a holistic way it has the ability to empower the individual. And it is this holistic I approach I will be striving for.
Latest Articles
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The Konark Temple of the Sun God or Surya Deva in Orissa
Had the Sun Temple of Konark survived in its original form it would have been a marvel. Even today it is a confluence of legend, architecture and culture.
May 15, 2010
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Hindi Language and Hindu Mythology
There are phrases in the Hindi language that derive from events in Hindu mythology. These phrases now express general situations beyond the original event.
May 1, 2010
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Chalisa the 40 Verse Hymns to Hindu Deities
Following the popularity of Hanuman Chalisa a number of similar hymns have been written for other deities. The article looks at the structure of the hymns.
Apr 20, 2010
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Hanuman Jayanti – The Birthday of the Monkey God
When Hanuman brought the news of Rama's victory over Ravan to Sita, she showered praises on him and in return for the glad tidings she blessed him with eternal virtues.
Apr 1, 2010
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Celebrating Rama Navami
Hindus celebrate the birth anniversary of Rama by performing pujas, singing bhajans and reading the Ramcharita Manas.
Mar 23, 2010
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Invisible Star, Comet Missiles and Extinction
An invisible star firing comets at the earth and causing mass extinction every 26 million years is similar to the cyclic creation and destruction described in Hinduism.
Mar 18, 2010
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Vidyarambha, Vivaha, Antyeshti and Other Rituals
The process of receiving an education, living ones adult life are undertaken according to religious rituals that form a part of the Shodasha Samskara or Sixteen Sacrament
Mar 11, 2010
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Shodasha Samskara or the Sixteen Sacraments
Religious rituals have significance at different levels. This article discusses sixteen of the most important "samskaras" or sacraments in a Hindu's life.
Feb 28, 2010
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Rishikesh or Vishnu as Lord of the Senses
Rishikesh is a Hindu pilgrimage venue that finds mention in the ancient scriptures and is a modern day center for Hindu learning as well.
Feb 15, 2010
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The Hindu Ritual of Burning of Holi
The festival of Holi is associated with Krishna and Radha playing with colors. However, the name derives from a mythological tale in which Holika is the protagonist.
Feb 8, 2010
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